Out-of-state credit transfers to colleges?

I’m planning to transfer to a college out of state. Does anyone know which colleges are good about accepting transfer credits from out-of-state institutions? I'd like to avoid losing credits in the process if possible.

In general, regional public universities and community colleges often have transfer agreements with schools in the surrounding states, making the credit transfer process seamless. However, for schools outside of these agreements or for private colleges, the credit acceptance can vary greatly.

That said, there are a few points to keep in mind:

1. Look for schools that have "transfer-friendly" policies. These are schools that often accept a higher percentage of transfer credits.

2. Some universities, including many state universities, have transfer articulation agreements with out-of-state colleges.

3. To ensure that a school will accept your credits, you’ll need to check with the admissions office of your prospective institution and likely have your past coursework evaluated.

As for specific schools known to be good about accepting out-of-state transfer credits, it's difficult to provide concrete examples as policies can vary greatly and are subject to change. A useful tool is the Transferology website (previously known as U.select), where you can enter your coursework and see how it's likely to transfer to hundreds of participating schools.

Most importantly, it's crucial to start this conversation early with your prospective college or university. Reach out to the admissions office or registrar, explain your situation, and see what information they can provide about the likelihood of your credits transferring. Each college or university has its own policy about which credits they'll accept in transfer, so it's essential to get the information directly from them.